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1. All of the economic thinkers that we have covered so far, including the mercantilists, the physiocrats, Adam Smith, Malthus, and Ricardo, have dealt with the topic of international trade as well as international trade policy. With the exception of Malthus, discuss the evolution of their ideas regarding those topics. You should mention their ideological leanings as well as the substance of their views. Do not forget to mention their policy recommendations.